๐Ÿ“ฐ BTCPay restricts remote Lightning access after attackers steal funds

๐Ÿ”ด Sentiment: Bearish

๐Ÿ“ Summary:
BTCPay Server disabled remote Lightning access after attackers exploited a vulnerability to steal funds, forcing stricter onโ€‘site controls. The move aims to prevent further breaches while investigators assess the incident.

๐Ÿ”‘ Key Points:
โ€ข BTCPay disabled remote Lightning connections after attackers exploited a flaw to steal user funds.
โ€ข The exploit allowed unauthorized withdrawal of funds from Lightning channels.
โ€ข BTCPay now enforces onโ€‘site or stricter authentication for any Lightning activity.$BTC